Dutch-based startups that raised funding in August 2024; 5 of them are hiring right now

The Dutch startup scene has long been a hub for creativity and entrepreneurship.

In August 2024, this ecosystem once again showcased its might, with several startups making headlines for their successful funding rounds.

This capital influx displays a level of innovation and potential that these young companies bring to the table.

Besides accelerating technological advancements, these startups are also on the lookout for expanding their teams.

In this article, we have compiled a list of Dutch startups that have raised funding in August 2024. Some of them are hiring.

20Face

HQ: Enschede

Fund raised in August 2024: €1.3M

Hiring status: Yes| Click here

Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from the University of Twente, 20Face is a Dutch scale-up specialising in privacy-proof facial recognition software.

20Face uses advanced AI and computer vision for facial recognition. Its system detects faces under various conditions, checks image quality for optimal recognition, and generates a unique encrypted code for user identification. 

The technology includes live detection to differentiate between real faces and photos, as well as face mask detection. Privacy is ensured with encrypted codes stored securely, and users can manage their consent.

Hypherdata

HQ: Amsterdam

Fund raised in August 2024: €850K

Hiring status: Yes| Click here

Hypherdata is a B2B Data Solutions platform to help Life Science companies overcome (new) AI/data complexities and obstacles.

The company operates by connecting data providers—those who have valuable data to offer with data seekers who need this data for various purposes such as research, analysis, and development.

HypherData serves clients in the life sciences industry, including pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and healthcare organisations.

PeelPioneers

HQ: ‘s-Hertogenbosch

Fund raised in August 2024: €4M

Hiring status: Yes| Click here

Founded in 2017 by Lindy Hensen, Bas van Wieringen, and Sytze van Stempvoort, PeelPioneers is the first fully circular peel collector of the 21st century.

The company processes orange peels, which would otherwise be incinerated, into functional ingredients for the food industry.

The Dutch company’s mission is to combat the misuse of citrus peels by keeping them in the value chain. The company’s process upcycles these peels into ingredients widely used in food, cosmetics, and cleaning products.

Watermeln

HQ: Amsterdam

Fund raised in August 2024: €3.5M

Hiring status: No

Founded in 2018 by Jeff Wezel and Jasper Baltus, Watermeln provides temporary green electricity to places that do not have access to the grid or have insufficient capacity.

The company offers sustainable solutions for power supply at locations without (or with limited) grid connection, such as festivals, construction sites, and loading docks.

Currently, Watermeln’s rental fleet consists of three WM-200 units, each with a capacity of 200 kW.

Moonlit

HQ: Amsterdam

Fund raised in August 2024: Undisclosed

Hiring status:  Yes| Click here

Founded by Roderick Lucas and Dirk-Jan van den Broek, Moonlit.ai offers a comprehensive AI-driven legal research platform that continuously monitors legal activities across EU member states.

By leveraging AI, the platform enables users to search across multiple countries and languages, with each document delivering instant translations, summaries, and insights. Deloitte becomes a launching partner.

Swipework

HQ: Amsterdam

Fund raised in August 2024: €650K

Hiring status:  No

Founded in 2024 by Niek van de Schootbrugge, Maarten ter Velde, and Ferran Rohaan, Swipework is on a mission to transform the hiring process by using video profiles and AI-driven matching to connect job seekers with employers, enhancing the efficiency and personalisation of job searches.

Hydryx

HQ: Amsterdam

Fund raised in August 2024: €350K

Hiring status: No

Founded in 2023 by Anthonie Jacobson and Joren Tangelder, Hydryx is developing systems to capture methane from landfills and convert it into green electricity.

Landfills are a major contributor to the climate crisis, accounting for around 20 per cent of global methane emissions—a potent greenhouse gas.

The Dutch startup aims to address this by developing a system that not only captures methane but also converts it into green electricity, thereby making the electricity grid more sustainable.

VSParticle

HQ: Delft

Fund raised in August 2024: €6.5M

Hiring status: Yes| Click here

 VSParticle (VSP) is a supplier of nanoparticle synthesis and deposition tools.

The company’s technology allows materials to be broken down to nanoparticle size, enabling faster experimentation and discovery of new materials.

This innovation reduces the typical 10-year timeline for material discovery to just one year, significantly accelerating the development of next-generation products.

Solarge

HQ: Limburg

Fund raised in August 2024: €1.5M

Hiring status: No

Founded in 2018 by Jan Vesseur, Huib van den Heuvel, and Gerard de Leede, Solarge is a manufacturer of lightweight, circular, and PFAS-free solar panels.

It aims to lead in integrating lightweight solar solutions into building environments. 

The Dutch company claims that its solar panels are environmentally friendly with a low CO2 footprint, free of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS), recyclable, and customisable for partners.